1. Introduction: Ceramics classification and applications 2. Catalytic applications of perovskites 3. Synthesis and catalytic applications of metal boride ceramics 4. Electrochemically exfoliated ß-Co(OH)2 for energy conversion reactions 5. Porous ceramics for catalytic applications 6. Ceramics as catalysts for wastewater treatment 7. Photocatalytic applications of ceramics 8. Advances in the use of ceramic catalysts in fine chemical synthesis 9. Combustion catalysts 10. Ceramics as catalyst supports